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EK63 RDX

2013 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2023
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

22,064 mi
Last recorded22,064 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2023
Typical for 2013 Piaggio Zip8,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK63 RDX
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 16 Nov 2023 22,064 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock (2.1.4 (a))

Brake lever so insecure that the brake cannot be readily applied plastic panel stoping it from moving around (1.1.2 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

exhaust bolt missing

Pass 22 Sep 2022 18,859 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Sep 2022 18,859 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 13,667 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 13,667 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 12,341 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 7,879 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 7,205 miles

rear brake lever bent but can be readily applied

Pass 22 Apr 2017 61,333 miles

Nearside Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 22 Apr 2017 61,333 miles

Nearside Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?

Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
987
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
18,758
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 1,911
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 1,706
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 1,581
Tyre tread not clearly visible 1,455
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,453
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EK63 RDX is a 2013 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2013 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 8,334 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Piaggio Zip fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 1,911 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK63 RDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Zip typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 13 years old, this Piaggio Zip is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was EK63 RDX registered?

EK63 RDX is a 2013 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 26 October 2013.

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